Crew Malala walk around Langsett Reservoir

Crew Malala kicked off Year 11 by taking a hike around Langsett Reservoir in the Peak District. They were set a number of photography challenges (as if the walk wasn’t challenging enough). Here are some photos that students took today:

E31 Fieldwork: Wednesday 19th March

We are excited to announce that our upcoming fieldwork to the Staffordshire Regiment Museum is just around the corner! To ensure that all students are well-prepared for the day, please take note of the following important details.

Students should arrive at school promptly at 7:45 AM. This will give us time to organise the group and prepare for our departure. The group will leave school by 8:15 AM to travel to the Staffordshire Regiment Museum. Please ensure that your child arrives on time so we can adhere to the set schedule.

All students are required to bring a packed lunch for the day. For students eligible for Free School Meals (FSM), lunch will be provided. Parents should ensure that their child has a drink for the day. There are no cafe facilities on-site at the museum, so if a student forgets their drink or lunch, it cannot be replaced. The drink for the day should be water, as per our school policy, which prohibits fizzy drinks.

As the museum visit involves a bit of walking, we recommend that students wear comfortable shoes to ensure they can participate in all activities without discomfort.

A warm coat is also essential for the day, as the majority of the visit will be spent outside. The weather can be unpredictable, and we want to ensure that all students stay warm and comfortable.

Students will leave the museum at approximately 2:30 PM, and we expect to return to school by 4:00 PM, traffic permitting. Please be mindful that traffic conditions may cause slight delays, but we will keep parents/carers updated.

In Summary:

  • Arrival at school: 7:45 AM
  • Departure for museum: 8:15 AM
  • Packed lunch required (unless FSM, where lunch is provided)
  • Drink required (parents to ensure their child brings one)
  • Comfortable shoes and a warm coat are advised
  • Return to school: Approximately 4:00 PM

We look forward to a fantastic day exploring the history of the Staffordshire Regiment and experiencing everything the museum has to offer. If you have any further questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to contact us.

Thanks, 

Year 7 Expedition Team

History and Ethics fieldwork C27

Over the last two weeks History and Ethics have taken C27 to the Holocaust museum. We are so proud of the compassion that was shown by all students and appreciated having the opportunity to meet with survivors of the Holocaust and hear their stories.

Valencia Fieldwork 2025 Information Evening Thursday 16 May @ 16:30

There will be an information evening for the students and parents who are going on the fieldwork to Valencia, Spain in February 2025. The information evening will be held in XP East on 16 May at 16:30 and will last approximately one hour. This is an opportunity for us to go through the finer details of the fieldwork and to answer any questions you may have. Looking forward to seeing you on the 16 May at 16:30.

The Spanish Team

C28: Exciting opportunity for optional fieldwork to Valencia in February 2025!

I am pleased to announce that there is a brilliant opportunity for C28 students for optional languages and cultural heritage fieldwork to Valencia 14th – 17th February 2025. The fieldwork will include various cultural visits, such as a tour of the world-famous Mestalla football stadium, a paella cooking workshop, a visit to Valencia Cathedral and old town, a flamenco workshop, and a visit to the City of Arts and Sciences museum. Please see the letter below for details. Students will receive a hard copy of this letter to take home with them tomorrow morning.

Places for the fieldwork are limited, and there is a tight turnaround on registering interest in order to secure places. To register interest for your child, please fill in the Google form linked here by no later than Monday 29th April. There will be a randomised draw to allocate places, and students will be notified of place allocation on Tuesday 30th April, as the initial deposit of £150 is then due in by no later than Thursday 9th May.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me at [email protected].

Thank you,

Miss Barton